March 10, 2008

maricón

Meaning: gay, homosexual. . The root word is “María,” a very common woman’s name that’s practically synonymous with womanhood. The suffix “con” exaggerates the noun, to mean something like “big ole woman.”

March 11, 2008

Luz apagada, mujer encendida.

Meaning: When the lights are turned off, the woman is turned on.

March 12, 2008

mamacita

Meaning: As opposed to the diminutive “madrecita,” or “dear little mother” (an affectionate term for one’s mother), mamacita refers to a “babe” or a real sweet chick. It’s a very common come-on, or pick-up line.

Example: “Oye mamacita, que buena estás.” (“Hey, baby, you are so fine.”)

March 13, 2008

En boca cerrada, no entran moscos.

Literal Meaning: Flies don’t enter a closed mouth.

Analogous Saying: Ask me no questions, I’ll tell you no lies.

Meaning: Keep your mouth shut and you won’t stick your foot in your mouth.

March 14, 2008

ÍSe te va la yegua!

Literal Meaning: Your mare is getting away.

Meaning: Pay attention! You are losing your woman.

March 15, 2008

al grano

Meaning: to the point. “Directo al grano” means “Straight or right to the point.”

March 16, 2008

compadre

Meaning: Its literal meaning is “godfather of my children.” But the slang usage is “brother,” “pal” or “friend.”

Example: Oye, compadre, dame buen precio.” (“Hey, friend, give me a good price.”)